From Tuscany to Sicily, Italy has a food-oriented culture. From its al dente pastas, to its extra virgin olive oils, to its fine gourmet cheeses, Italy can't be beat for its culinary diversity and excellence. Our Italian Gift Basket brings home a sampling of this great nation's most exquisite foods. Items included are:

Provolone Piccante: Sharp! We love this Piccante version, which is rarely available in the US and much more interesting than the mild Provolone most Americans have come to know. (7.5 oz)

Montasio DOP: Montasio is a pasture-terraced mountain located to the northeast of Venice in the Friuli-Venezia region of Italy. Since the mountain milk from which Montasio is made is high in butterfat, the cheese has a richer flavor with hints of butterscotch. (7.5 oz)

Grana Padano: A truly wonderful hard grating cheese that can also be enjoyed shredded, cubed or shaved. (7.5 oz)

Salami Chub: Premium salami from one of the most respected brands in the industry. (8 oz)

Crostini Tuscan Crackers: Ideal served with all kinds of Italian cheeses, salamis and hams. (6 oz)

Sliced Prosciutto: One of our favorite cured hams, imported directly from Italy. A must have for any traditional antipasto or charcuterie course. (3 oz)

Italian Tapenade: Vegetables are crushed and puréed until smooth, leaving it with a clean, pure, fruity flavor. Ideal as a spread on gourmet bread, with vegetables, fish and meat or used as an ingredient in pasta sauce and salad dressings. (6.35 oz)